Does it ever give the water a metallic taste?
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I use mine for hot English tea love it for trips stays good and hot for hours Just Water I wouldn't know mine was bought for hot teas
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I also have this problem and I have two of these machines. It is horrible, I washed it and replaced the water and a few hours later the same smell and metallic taste, Im sick about it. I have been using this for my newborn for 2 months!! It is either the steel plate at the bottom or its the plastic, either way, its awful! I called the company and they said wash it out with vinegar, still doesn't work.
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I fill my flask with cold apple cider vinegar and honey and have not experienced the metallic taste.
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None that I've noticed, by taste or smell. I fill it directly from my electric kettle as soon as it boils.
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I washed both of mine with hot water and dish soap and left it in for a while..I never got a metallic taste to any of my beverages during use
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Hi Kim, I haven't noticed any metal taste. I use alkaline water from the local water house, and use the full range of temperatures for brewing...though I do brew pretty strong, so I'm not sure if I would even taste it if it were subtle. Thanks, Tracy
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I have read reviews from others that say they have noticed a metallic taste. I have had mine for several months, and have not noticed a problem with the taste.
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I think it depends on the cartridge you use. I put sliced lime into mine so I don't taste anything Metallica.
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Stainless shouldn't taste of metal. I would return it or ask for an exchange. Good Luck!
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All tanks are stainless steel 304 grade and the housing is food grade silicon. The plastic or metallic taste happens because the unit was not properly flushed at arrival or because the lack of use that allows the water to sit down inside the tanks and housing for too long (happens with all coolers in the market). This could also require to flush the first or second glass when serving, but it goes away.
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I did not have it tested. We had the cooler for 6 months and never had any issues with the cooler itself or the taste of any water and our family is very aware of the taste of water.
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No way! It's the best protein drink there is!!! Never has it taste like metallic. It is the best.
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I know what you mean. I don't recall tasting that plastic taste. But I usually have Zip Fizz flavored water in mine.
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Depends on what you're asking. - If you mean does the water have a plastic-type taste to it, then I haven't ever noticed the water tasting like anything but water, even after a few days. Like Nightwatch said, just get it out of the way from the get go by leaving it full of water in the sun & rinse. - If you're asking if the plastic absorbs taste from liquids it carries (like gatorade or juice, etc.), I couldn't tell you. I've never put anything other than straight water in them.
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Nope, no metallic taste. But Hot and tasty, yes Indeed. I will be buying more...and more....and MORE!!!!!!
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No metallic taste. the plunger screen does make a scraping sound (metal to metal), but I can not imagine that there is any measurable wear to the stainless or metal being deposited into the coffee. We have been real happy with this press. It is simple, easy to clean, well built and has no plastic. It won't break and has better thermal properties than our old glass beaker. Hope this helps.
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Contact the manufacturer. Zinganything.com. They have a Sports Cap that has a built in straw. They will replace it for you for free. As far as the metallic taste is concerned, try using 8 ounces of distilled water and 8 ounces of vinegar mix together in the bottle leaving in the refrigerator overnight and then rinse it thoroughly. That should get rid of the metallic taste. If it comes back repeat the process. Remember to hand wash it first using soap and water before using the vinegar and water solution. I can't stand the taste of metal either and this has always worked. However it is not a permanent solution and must be repeated but it usually lasts quite a while. Contact the manufacturer. Zinganything.com. They have a Sports Cap that has a built in straw. They will replace it for you for free. As far as the metallic taste is concerned, try using 8 ounces of distilled water and 8 ounces of vinegar mix together in the bottle leaving in the refrigerator overnight and then rinse it thoroughly. That should get rid of the metallic taste. If it comes back repeat the process. Remember to hand wash it first using soap and water before using the vinegar and water solution. I can't stand the taste of metal either and this has always worked. However it is not a... » Read More Contact the manufacturer. Zinganything.com. They have a Sports Cap that has a built in straw. They will replace it for you for free. As far as the metallic taste is concerned, try using 8 ounces of distilled water and 8 ounces of vinegar mix together in the bottle leaving in the refrigerator overnight and then rinse it thoroughly. That should get rid of the metallic taste. If it comes back repeat the process. Remember to hand wash it first using soap and water before using the vinegar and water solution. I can't stand the taste of metal either and this has always worked. However it is not a permanent solution and must be repeated but it usually lasts quite a while. « Show Less